I’ve had an active interest in complementary and holistic therapies since about 1980. I began
studying massage in earnest in about 2000. Two things happened at once to
capture my interest:

I was enjoying my yoga practise and wanted to pass on the
feelings it gave me to others.

My
partner hurt his back; his doctor gave him pain killers and an appointment at
the back clinic in 3 months time.

So, with the request to “do something” and “you couldn’t possibly make it worse”
my studies began. My analytical background helped - I have an honours degree in
applied chemistry and have spent most of my working life carrying out analytical
or investigative work; recently as a scientific consultant specialising in
workplace atmospheres and the health effects of chemical exposures.

I
further developed my skills by completing a level three diploma in Indian Head
Massage in 2004.

I took the decision to
change my career in 2005, moving away from the traditional sciences to
complimentary therapies. The reason for this is simple - it's more fun for me!
And keeps my stress levels down. I love meeting and interacting with people in a
way that it was impossible to do as an occupational scientist. It would be
impossible for me to leave the scientist in me behind though, I simply apply my
skills to different things. My new career allows me to use my logical, creative
and intuitive skills.

I'm a practical and down-to-earth person
but I have nurtured my spiritual side too. As a scientist I understand the
different types of energy; if I had the proper equipment I could measure them!
As a therapist I've trained myself to be aware of these energies on a spiritual
and instinctive / intuitive level, enabling me to work with them.

I draw on my own personal
experiences for stress management services, and draw assistance from published
guidance etc. Each individual and business is different, with varying
perspectives and requirements. I use my analytical and interpersonal skills to
establish the fundamental causes of stress, pain or disharmony and treat
accordingly.

I design and produce all my
own marketing material and business cards etc, including this web site.
Many people like my work, so I now provide design and print services for third
parties. I enjoy this work too.

Please feel free to contact
me if you'd like any more information or if you'd like to discuss anything
you've seen on this web site.